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Live Auction

Premier Auction - Session I

Fri, Sep 16, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 708

Majorelle Art Nouveau Marquetry Inlaid "Chicoree" Sideboard

Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

French, circa 1900, figured walnut with inlaid exotic woods, with inlaid arched crest centering a deeply carved leaf and flower applique, over carved shelf supports flanked by two beveled door cabinets with interior shelves, lower section with two drawers over two marquetry inlaid paneled doors, one with inlaid signature "L. Majorelle", finely constructed with paneled back, original brass drawer pulls, 78 x 89-3/8 x 24 in.

Provenance: Macklowe Gallery & Modernism, 1970s; Private Collection, New York

Condition

very good condition overall, minor stains, scratches, and wear at shelf tops, some slight fading, other typical bumps and wear consistent with age and use